Generally, the best washable paints for walls are high-quality acrylic paints. The solids content of acrylic is higher than that of other standard paints; that is why washable paints always have a silk/gloss finish. Generally, all paint comes with a white base, which gives us the flexibility to change the color as per our choice.
Finsihes Available for Washable / Stain Resistant Paint
Nowadays, all the major brands, such as Jotun, Dulux, and National Paints, offer washable paints in matt and silk finishes. The choice is yours: which finish you want and how much time you have.
Challenges of Matt Finish Vs Silk Finish Washable Wall Painting
Usually, 80 % of painting jobs are repainting on existing surfaces, and the existing surface comes with a problem
Benefits of Choosing Matt Finish Washable Paints
- Wall Undulation/ Wall Not Straight: — Due to previous paint jobs, plaster issues, and poor masonry work, the wall tends to show significant waviness. If the surface preparation is not that good and you have a limited budget, please go ahead with Matt Finish Washable Paints. Because a silk/gloss finish will show all the wall’s faults if the surface is not properly prepared.
- Maintenance and Repainting post Final Coat: With Matt Finish, repairing cracks and touch-up painting become easier and less costly because you do not need to paint the whole area.
Key Benefits – Silk Finish Washable Paints
- Smoother surface: because it is well prepared and sanded smooth before the top coat.
- Easy to clean: A smoother surface is always easy to clean
- Vibrant Colors: The level of sheen is higher than matt paints, and it makes the area look more vibrant than a matt finish
Cost comparison Matt & Silk Finish Washable Painting Services
As we discussed regarding surface preparation for both Matt and Silk finish Paints, the labor charges and the time required for both paints have a significant impact on the price.
For Matt Finish Wall Washable Wall Painting, the cost starts at AED 15 per square meter, depending on the color you choose.
For example, if your room is 4 meters × 4 meters × 3 meters in height, the area to paint on the walls is approx. 40 sqm, excluding the wardrobe and balcony doors. So the cost will start from AED 600/- per room, including all work and materials
For Silk Finish Wall Washable Wall Painting, the cost starts at AED 22 per square meter, depending on the color you choose.
For example, if your room is 4 meters × 4 meters × 3 meters in height, the area to paint on the walls is approx. 40 sqm, excluding the wardrobe and balcony doors. So the cost will start from AED 880/- per room, including all work and materials
Are the paints Low in VOC or Zero VOC
Yes, all the paint we use is for homes; it is Low-VOC or zero-VOC, water-based paint.
We use only solvent-based enamel paint for industrial painting. Usually, all good-quality paints are stain-resistant, but by applying washable paint specifically, you ensure the walls are fully stain-resistant. In addition, you have to make sure the walls are free of unevenness.
Best Paint Brands for Washable Paints in Dubai
The best washable paints for indoor walls are as follows:–
Price Comparison for Washable/ Stain Resistant Paint- White Color
| Paint Cost Per Liter | Jotun Wonderwall Life/ Lux | Dulux Easy Clean Silk | National Anti Stain Silk | National Anti Stain Matt |
| White | AED 25.50 | AED 22.5 | AED 13.00 | AED 12.00 |
